--- title: "Thorn Close, Wednesbury" date: 2026-04-01T00:30:00+01:00 author: Emily Clarke canonical_url: "https://www.sbscladding.com/projects/thorn-close-wednesbury" section: Projects --- ![Thorn Close 1 Large](/uploads/generic/images/_1440x630_crop_center-center_none/ThornClose-1-Large_2026-02-23-091917_wpoc.jpg) - [ Home ](https://www.sbscladding.com/) - | - [Projects](https://www.sbscladding.com/projects) - | - [ Thorn Close, Wednesbury ](https://www.sbscladding.com/projects/thorn-close-wednesbury) Hardie® Panel Corium Share project # Thorn Close, Wednesbury **Overview** A residential development at Thorn Close in Wednesbury has recently undergone refurbishment to improve the quality, performance and appearance of the housing. Designed by [Urban Design and Building Services](https://www.sandwell.gov.uk/UDBS/), the project focused on upgrading the external fabric of the buildings to improve energy efficiency, durability and long-term performance, whilst delivering a modern and cohesive architectural identity. SBS Cladding worked with cladding installers [Kynaston Contract Services ](https://www.kynastoncontracts.co.uk/)to supply [Hardie**®** Panel fibre cement cladding](https://www.sbscladding.com/fibre-cement-cladding/hardie-panel) and [Corium brick cladding ](https://www.sbscladding.com/brick-cladding/corium)to the scheme. The project, managed by [SWG Construction](https://www.swg.co.uk/), helped to address local housing demand whilst significantly improving the appearance of the buildings. **Concept** The refurbishment included transforming the 28 existing apartments, whilst also building four new ones. With a full building reclad a central part of the project, Hardie**®** Panel fibre cement cladding was specified as the primary cladding system, providing a robust, low-maintenance facade well suited to council housing applications. When combined with new external wall insulation, the system contributes to improved thermal performance, supporting lower energy consumption and reduced fuel bills for residents. To complement the contemporary appearance of the fibre cement panels, Corium brick cladding was incorporated to introduce texture and to reference the surrounding built environment. The combination of materials creates a balanced facade that enhances visual interest whilst maintaining durability and practicality. The recladding works were delivered alongside a series of wider upgrades, including new pitched roofs, replacement windows and doors, improved balconies, modernised staircases and enhanced communal areas. **Completion** The completed scheme has transformed Thorn Close both functionally and aesthetically. Residents now benefit from warmer, more comfortable homes, improved shared spaces and a renewed external environment featuring new landscaping, garden roofs, cycle and bin stores and upgraded parking provision. In addition to the physical improvements, the project delivered meaningful social value. SWG Construction supported local employment through work placements and training opportunities, providing hands-on experience for young people and local residents. The Thorn Close refurbishment demonstrates how considered recladding solutions, combined with wider building upgrades, can play a key role in extending the life of existing housing stock, improving resident wellbeing and contributing positively to the surrounding neighbourhood. / 12 [ ![Thorn Close 2 Large](/uploads/generic/images/_1076x650_crop_center-center_none/ThornClose-2-Large.jpg) ](/uploads/generic/images/_1000xAUTO_crop_center-center_none/ThornClose-2-Large.jpg) [ ![Thorn Close 4 Large](/uploads/generic/images/_1076x650_crop_center-center_none/ThornClose-4-Large.jpg) ](/uploads/generic/images/_1000xAUTO_crop_center-center_none/ThornClose-4-Large.jpg) [ ![Thorn Close 7 Large](/uploads/generic/images/_1076x650_crop_center-center_none/ThornClose-7-Large.jpg) ](/uploads/generic/images/_1000xAUTO_crop_center-center_none/ThornClose-7-Large.jpg) [ ![Thorn Close 8 Large](/uploads/generic/images/_1076x650_crop_center-center_none/ThornClose-8-Large.jpg) ](/uploads/generic/images/_1000xAUTO_crop_center-center_none/ThornClose-8-Large.jpg) [ ![Thorn Close 9 Large](/uploads/generic/images/_1076x650_crop_center-center_none/ThornClose-9-Large.jpg) ](/uploads/generic/images/_1000xAUTO_crop_center-center_none/ThornClose-9-Large.jpg) [ ![Thorn Close 11 Large](/uploads/generic/images/_1076x650_crop_center-center_none/ThornClose-11-Large.jpg) ](/uploads/generic/images/_1000xAUTO_crop_center-center_none/ThornClose-11-Large.jpg) [ ![Thorn Close 13 Large](/uploads/generic/images/_1076x650_crop_center-center_none/ThornClose-13-Large.jpg) ](/uploads/generic/images/_1000xAUTO_crop_center-center_none/ThornClose-13-Large.jpg) [ ![Thorn Close 14 Large](/uploads/generic/images/_1076x650_crop_center-center_none/ThornClose-14-Large.jpg) ](/uploads/generic/images/_1000xAUTO_crop_center-center_none/ThornClose-14-Large.jpg) [ ![Thorn Close 15 Large](/uploads/generic/images/_1076x650_crop_center-center_none/ThornClose-15-Large.jpg) ](/uploads/generic/images/_1000xAUTO_crop_center-center_none/ThornClose-15-Large.jpg) [ ![Thorn Close 16 Large](/uploads/generic/images/_1076x650_crop_center-center_none/ThornClose-16-Large.jpg) ](/uploads/generic/images/_1000xAUTO_crop_center-center_none/ThornClose-16-Large.jpg) [ ![Thorn Close 17 Large](/uploads/generic/images/_1076x650_crop_center-center_none/ThornClose-17-Large.jpg) ](/uploads/generic/images/_1000xAUTO_crop_center-center_none/ThornClose-17-Large.jpg) [ ![Thorn Close 18 Large](/uploads/generic/images/_1076x650_crop_center-center_none/ThornClose-18-Large.jpg) ](/uploads/generic/images/_1000xAUTO_crop_center-center_none/ThornClose-18-Large.jpg) ![Thorn Close 2 Large](/uploads/generic/images/_76x76_crop_center-center_none/ThornClose-2-Large.jpg) ![Thorn Close 4 Large](/uploads/generic/images/_76x76_crop_center-center_none/ThornClose-4-Large.jpg) ![Thorn Close 7 Large](/uploads/generic/images/_76x76_crop_center-center_none/ThornClose-7-Large.jpg) ![Thorn Close 8 Large](/uploads/generic/images/_76x76_crop_center-center_none/ThornClose-8-Large.jpg) ![Thorn Close 9 Large](/uploads/generic/images/_76x76_crop_center-center_none/ThornClose-9-Large.jpg) ![Thorn Close 11 Large](/uploads/generic/images/_76x76_crop_center-center_none/ThornClose-11-Large.jpg) ![Thorn Close 13 Large](/uploads/generic/images/_76x76_crop_center-center_none/ThornClose-13-Large.jpg) ![Thorn Close 14 Large](/uploads/generic/images/_76x76_crop_center-center_none/ThornClose-14-Large.jpg) ![Thorn Close 15 Large](/uploads/generic/images/_76x76_crop_center-center_none/ThornClose-15-Large.jpg) ![Thorn Close 16 Large](/uploads/generic/images/_76x76_crop_center-center_none/ThornClose-16-Large.jpg) ![Thorn Close 17 Large](/uploads/generic/images/_76x76_crop_center-center_none/ThornClose-17-Large.jpg) ![Thorn Close 18 Large](/uploads/generic/images/_76x76_crop_center-center_none/ThornClose-18-Large.jpg) Latest Projects Anvil ![Diana Princessof Wales Hospital 8](/uploads/generic/images/_406x410_crop_center-center_none/DianaPrincessofWalesHospital-8.jpg) Diana Princess of Wales Hospital, Grimsby [ View project ](https://www.sbscladding.com/projects/diana-princess-of-wales-hospital-grimsby) Rockpanel ![DSC02832 Dx O Deep PRIME XD2s Large](/uploads/generic/images/_406x410_crop_center-center_none/DSC02832-DxO_DeepPRIME-XD2s-Large.jpg) Salvation Army, Chelmsford [ View project ](https://www.sbscladding.com/projects/salvation-army-chelmsford) Rockpanel ![DSC05550 Dx O Deep PRIME XD2s Large](/uploads/generic/images/_406x410_crop_center-center_none/DSC05550-DxO_DeepPRIME-XD2s-Large.jpg) Harbour Quay, Swansea [ View project ](https://www.sbscladding.com/projects/harbour-quay-swansea)